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Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi Chicken: Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Meal

Mississippi Chicken is a simple and flavorful dish made with five ingredients, perfect for stress-free meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Sauce
  • 6 pieces Pepperoncini Peppers Adjust quantity for spice level
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoncini Juice Use chicken broth as a substitute if needed
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Feel free to swap with a favorite seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with olive oil for a lighter version

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Pour the zesty pepperoncini juice over the chicken, ensuring even coating. Scatter whole pepperoncini peppers on top.
  3. Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts.
  4. Cut the butter into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the seasoned chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours until chicken is tender.
  6. Use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix it into the sauce. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 45gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even coverage of ranch seasoning to maximize flavor. Use a meat thermometer to prevent overcooking. Add fresh veggies for extra nutrition.

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